Lineage.KPC

It allows to get into the affected computer.
It uses stealth techniques to avoid being detected by the user.
It spreads
, via mapped drives, through shared network resources, by infecting files that are then distributed.

Affected platforms:

Windows 2003/XP/2000/NT/ME/98/95

First detected on:

March 2, 2009

Detection updated on:

March 2, 2009

Statistics

No

Proactive protection:

Yes, using TruPrevent Technologies

Brief Description

Lineage.KPC is a Trojan, which although seemingly inoffensive, can actually carry out attacks and intrusions.

It uses stealth techniques to avoid being detected by the user:

It deletes the original file from which it was run once it is installed on the computer.

It modifies system permissions in order to hide itself.

Lineage.KPC uses the following propagation or distribution methods:

Exploiting vulnerabilities with the intervention of the user: exploiting vulnerabilities in file formats or applications. To exploit them successfully it needs the intervention of the user: opening files, viewing malicious web pages, reading emails, etc.